BLACK DECKER VO1700A Owner's manual

Brand: BLACK DECKER

Model: VO1700A

Category: Vacuum cleaners

Type: Owner's manual

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Ireland

Australia

New Zealand

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B C

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G H

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I J

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M N

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Intended use

Your Black & Decker vacuum cleaner has been designed to

vacuum dry substances. This product is intended for household

use only.

Safety instructions

◆ Warning! When using mains-powered appliances, basic

safety precautions, including the following, should always

be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,

personal injury and material damage.

◆ Read all of this manual carefully before using the

appliance.

◆ The intended use is described in this manual. The use of

any accessory or attachment or the performance of any

operation with this appliance other than those

recommended in this instruction manual may present a

risk of personal injury.

◆ Retain this manual for future reference.

Using your appliance

◆ Make sure that the appliance is switched off before

connecting to or disconnecting from the power supply.

◆ Always take care when using the appliance.

◆ Do not use the appliance outdoors.

◆ Never pull the power supply cord to disconnect the plug

from the socket. Keep the power supply cord away from

heat, oil and sharp edges.

◆ If the power supply cord is damaged during use,

disconnect the appliance from the power supply

immediately. Do not touch the power supply cord before

disconnecting from the power supply.

◆ Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not

in use, before fitting or removing parts and before

cleaning.

Safety of others

◆ Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar with these

instructions to use the appliance.

◆ Do not allow children or animals to come near the work

area or to touch the appliance or power supply cord. Close

supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near

children.

After use

◆ Switch off and remove the plug from the socket before

leaving the appliance unattended and before changing,

cleaning or inspecting any parts of the appliance.

◆ When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry

place. Children should not have access to stored

appliances.

Inspection and repairs

◆ Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective

parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches

and any other conditions that may affect its operation.

◆ Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or

defective.

◆ Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced

by an authorised repair agent.

◆ Before use, check the power supply cord for signs of

damage, ageing and wear.

◆ Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord or

mains plug is damaged or defective.

◆ If the power supply cord or mains plug is damaged or

defective it must be repaired by an authorised repair

agent in order to avoid a hazard. Do not cut the power

supply cord and do not attempt to repair it yourself.

◆ Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than

those specified in this manual.

Double insulation

This appliance is double insulated; therefore no

earth wire is required. Always check that the power

supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating

plate.

Additional safety instructions for Australia and New

Zealand

◆ This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm

persons without supervision. Children must be supervised

to ensure they do not play with the appliance.

◆ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the

manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker Service

Centre in order to avoid a hazard.

Additional safety instructions for vacuum cleaners

◆ Before use, always make sure that the filters are correctly

seated. Do not use the appliance without all filters in

place.

◆ Do not carry the appliance at the container handle.

◆ Do not use the appliance to pick up liquids.

◆ Do not use the appliance to pick up any materials that

could catch fire.

◆ Do not use the appliance near water. Do not immerse the

appliance in water.

◆ Keep the motor draught away from your eyes and face.

◆ Keep children and animals at a safe distance when using

this appliance.

◆ Always work from bottom up when using the appliance on

stairs, and keep the appliance at least a stair below your

working position.

◆ Always be aware of the position of the power cord and

hose while using the appliance.

◆ Do not use the appliance without the suction head or

another suitable accessory mounted to the tube.

◆ After use, fully rewind the power cord and store the

appliance in a tidy manner.

◆ Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.

◆ Do not use damaged accessories.

◆ Use only Black & Decker accessories.

Features

This appliance includes some or all of the following features

(fig. A).

1. On/off switch

2. Cord rewind button

3. Handle

4. Hose

5. Airflow control switch

6. Tube

7. Suction head

8. Container

9. Wheels

In addition, this appliance is supplied with some or all of the

following accessories (fig. B):

10. Crevice tool

11. Brush tool

12. Accessory holder

13. Parquet floor head (VO1710)

The parquet floor head is not included with all models. This

accessory is available from your Black & Decker dealer /

service centre.

Assembly

Connecting the hose (fig. C)

◆ Insert the hose connector (15) into the inlet (14) of the

appliance.

◆ Push the hose until the release buttons (16) click into

place.

◆ To disconnect the hose, press the release buttons and pull

out the hose.

VO1700/VO1700A - Assembling the tube (fig. D)

◆ Push the lower tube (17) firmly into the upper tube (18),

until they fit tightly.

Connecting the tube (fig. E)

◆ Push the hose nozzle (19) into the tube (6).

◆ To remove the tube, pull the hose out of the tube.

Mounting the suction head (fig. F)

The suction head (7) allows for vacuuming on carpet and hard

surfaces (e.g. laminate and tiles).

◆ Push the tube (6) into the head (7).

◆ To remove the head, pull the tube out of the head.

VO1710 - Mounting the parquet floor head (fig. F)

The parquet floor head (13) allows for vacuuming on wooden

and polished surfaces.

◆ Push the tube (6) into the head (13).

◆ To remove the head, pull the tube out of the head.

Mounting accessories (fig. F & G)

The crevice tool (10) allows for vacuuming in narrow and hard-to-

reach places. The brush tool (11) allows for vacuuming on

furniture, blinds, curtains, windows and stairs. The accessories

can be mounted on both the hose (4) and the tube (6). When not in

use, the accessories can be stored in the accessory holder (12).

◆ Remove the accessory from the holder (fig. G).

◆ Push the accessory onto the hose nozzle (19) or the tube

(6) (fig. F).

◆ To remove an accessory, pull the accessory from the hose

nozzle or the tube.

Use

Unwinding and rewinding the power cord (fig. A)

The cord rewind button (2) can be operated by hand or foot.

◆ Pull a sufficient length of cord from the back of the

appliance.

◆ After use, press the cord rewind button to retract the cord

into the unit. Manually guide the cord to ensure it does

not swing back. Ensure the plug is correctly located.

VO1710 - Adjusting the tube length (fig. H)

The extension tube (6) can be adjusted as follows:

◆ Push the knob (20) and slide the tube to the desired

length.

◆ Release the knob.

Adjusting the suction head (fig. F)

◆ For vacuuming on carpets, switch the brush actuator (21)

into the up position.

◆ For vacuuming on laminates, tiles, etc., switch the brush

actuator into the down position.

Switching on and off (fig. A)

The on/off switch (1) can be operated by hand or foot.

◆ To switch the appliance on, press the on/off switch (1).

◆ To switch the appliance off, press the on/off switch

again.

Adjusting the airflow (fig. I)

Move the airflow control switch (5) to adjust the airflow as

desired.

Vacuuming

◆ When operating the appliance, make sure that the hose is

not trapped, twisted or blocked.

◆ In case of overheating, a cut-out will operate and the

appliance will automatically stop.

◆ If the appliance stops operating, unplug the appliance and

allow it to cool for 2-3 hours before continuing.

Hints for optimum use

◆ When vacuuming stairs, always start at the bottom and

work your way up. Position the appliance on the floor and

do the stairs until halfway. Then carry the appliance to a

stable position which is at least one stair below your

working position, and do the top half of the stairs.

Carrying the appliance (fig. A)

During use the appliance can be carried using the handle (3).

Temporarily parking the suction head (fig. J)

◆ Use the park position (22) for a temporary parking of the

suction head.

Storing the appliance (fig. K)

Warning! When storing the appliance, switch the appliance

off and unplug it.

◆ Make sure that the cord is fully rewound.

◆ Place the appliance in an upright position.

◆ Park the tube in the park position (28).

◆ Store the appliance in a dry location.

Maintenance

Your Black & Decker appliance has been designed to operate

over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.

Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper

appliance care and regular cleaning.

Warning! Before performing any maintenance or cleaning on

the appliance, unplug the appliance.

◆ Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your appliance

using a soft brush or dry cloth.

◆ Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth. Do

not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.

Emptying the container (fig. L & M)

The container (8) must be emptied when the maximum mark is

reached.

◆ Remove the hose.

◆ Press the release button (30).

◆ Lift the lid (31) until it locks into position (fig. L).

◆ Hold the container at the handle (29). Take the container

(8) off the appliance.

◆ Hold the container over a waste bin.

◆ Press the release button (32) to open the container (fig.

M). Empty the container as necessary.

◆ Close the base (33) by moving it upward until the lock

locates in the latch.

◆ Re-insert the container into the appliance.

◆ Close the lid until it locks into place.

Cleaning

Warning! Before cleaning and maintenance, switch the

appliance off and unplug it.

◆ From time to time wipe the appliance with a damp cloth.

Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner. Do not

immerse the appliance in water.

Cleaning the container filter (fig. L - P)

The container filter prevents dust and dirt from entering the

motor housing. The filter is re-usable. To maintain efficient

suction performance, the filter should be cleaned every week,

or whenever suction performance is noticeably reduced.

◆ Remove the container (8) from the appliance (fig. L).

◆ Empty the container (fig. M).

◆ Depending on the model, proceed as describe below to

clean the filter.

◆ After replacing the filter, close the container.

◆ Re-insert the container into the appliance.

VO1700/VO1700A (fig. N & P)

◆ Remove the cartridge (34) by turning counterclockwise.

◆ Pull the filter (35) out of the container.

◆ Shake off excess dust by tapping the filter into a dustbin.

◆ Depending on its condition, rinse the outside of the filter

with water. Allow the filter to dry for 24 hours before re-

inserting it.

◆ Take out the filter (36) located right below the grid and

brush off any loose dust before re-inserting it.

◆ Replace the container filter.

◆ Re-fit the cartridge.

VO1710 (fig. O & P)

◆ Remove the cartridge (34) by turning counterclockwise.

◆ Loosen the filter (37) and remove it from the container.

◆ Shake off excess dust by tapping the filter into a dustbin.

Warning! Do not brush or use compressed air to clean the

filter.

◆ Depending on its condition, rinse the outside of the filter

with water. Allow the filter to dry for 24 hours before re-

inserting it.

Warning! Do not wash the inside of the filter.

◆ Take out the filter set (38) located right below the grid

and brush off any loose dust before re-inserting it.

◆ Replace the container filter and tighten it.

◆ Re-fit the cartridge.

Cleaning the motor filter (fig. L & Q)

The motor filter prevents particles and larger objects from

entering the motor housing when the container is removed.

The filter is re-usable and should be cleaned regularly.

◆ Open the lid (31) (fig. L).

◆ Take the filter (39) out (fig. Q).

◆ Brush any loose dust off the filter.

◆ Replace the filter.

◆ Close the lid.

Replacing the filters (fig. L - R)

The container filter should be replaced every 6 to 9 months

and whenever worn or damaged. When replacing the

container filter, the motor filter and the outlet filters have to

be replaced as well. Replacement filter sets are available from

your Black & Decker dealer.

Replacing the container filter (fig. L - P)

◆ Proceed as described above to replace the filters.

Replacing the motor filter (fig. L & Q)

◆ Proceed as described above to replace the filter.

VO1700A - Replacing the outlet filter (fig. R)

◆ Open the cover (40).

◆ Remove the old filter (41).

◆ Insert the new filter as shown.

◆ Close the cover.

VO1700/VO1710 - Replacing the HEPA filter (fig. R)

The HEPA filter reduces the amount of dust exiting the motor

housing to a minimum.

◆ Proceed as described above to replace the filter.

Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)

If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:

◆ Safely dispose of the old plug.

◆ Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new

plug.

◆ Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.

Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.

Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality

plugs. Recommended fuse: 13 A.

Protecting the environment

Separate collection. This product must not be

disposed of with normal household waste.

Should you find one day that your Black & Decker product

needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not

dispose of it with household waste. Make this product

available for separate collection.

Separate collection of used products and packaging

allows materials to be recycled and used again.

Re-use of recycled materials helps prevent

environmental pollution and reduces the demand for

raw materials.

Local regulations may provide for separate collection of

electrical products from the household, at municipal waste

sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.

Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection and

recycling of Black & Decker products once they have reached

the end of their working life. To take advantage of this service

please return your product to any authorised repair agent who

will collect them on our behalf.

You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair

agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the

address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of

authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our

after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet

at: www.2helpU.com

Technical data

VO1700A VO1700

VO1710

Voltage V 230 230

(Australia & New Zealand) V

240

Power input W 1,700 1,700

Cable length m 4.5 5

Container size l 2.5 2.5

Weight kg 7 7

EC declaration of conformity

VO1700A/VO1700/VO1710

Black & Decker declares that these products conform to:

89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC, EN 55014, EN 61000, EN 60335

Level of sound pressure,

measured according to EN 60704-1: 71 dB(A)

Kevin Hewitt

Director of Consumer Engineering

Spennymoor, County Durham DL16 6JG,

United Kingdom

1-2-2006

European Community design registration no. 351606-0001

Guarantee

Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its products and

offers an outstanding guarantee. This guarantee statement is

in addition to and in no way prejudices your statutory rights.

The guarantee is valid within the territories of the Member

States of the European Union and the European Free Trade

Area.

If a Black & Decker product becomes defective due to faulty

materials, workmanship or lack of conformity, within 24

months from the date of purchase, Black & Decker guarantees

to replace defective parts, repair products subjected to fair

wear and tear or replace such products to ensure minimum

inconvenience to the customer unless:

◆ The product has been used for trade, professional or hire

purposes;

◆ The product has been subjected to misuse or neglect;

◆ The product has sustained damage through foreign

objects, substances or accidents;

◆ Repairs have been attempted by persons other than

authorised repair agents or Black & Decker service staff.

To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit proof of

purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. You can

check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by

contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address

indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised

Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales

service and contacts are available on the Internet at:

www.2helpU.com

Please visit our website www.blackanddecker.co.uk to

date on new products and special offers. Further information

on the Black & Decker brand and our range of products is

available at www.blackanddecker.co.uk

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VO1700 / VO1700A

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02/06

Australia

Black & Decker (Australia) Pty. Ltd. Tel. 03-8720 5100

20 Fletcher Road, Mooroolbark, Fax 03-9727 5940

Victoria, 3138

New Zealand

Black & Decker Tel. 09 579 7600

81 Hugo Johnston Drive Fax 09 579 8200

Penrose, Auckland, New Zealand

United Kingdom

Black & Decker Tel. 01753 511234

210 Bath Road Fax 01753 551155

Slough, Berkshire SL1 3YD Helpline 01753 574277

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Model: VO1700A

Category: Vacuum cleaners

Type: Owner's manual

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